NEVER OPER- unit, always inspect and clean the ATE THE BRUSHCUTTER WITH A area of objects that could interfere DAMAGED BLADE! with or damage the blade. Y A blade-equipped unit must be Y Never use a blade near sidewalks, equipped with a bicycle-type handle- fence posts, buildings or other objects bar or barrier bar as well as a har that could cause injury or damage. ness or shoulder strap.Y Never use a blade for purposes other Y Always make sure the cutting attach- than those for which it was des

The chain brake can be activated manually, and is also designed to activate when kickback energy forces the brake lever against the operator’s left hand. ■ Low-kick chain that can significantly reduce the rotational force of kickback. H A Guard-Tip Bar manufactured with a reduced-radius (smaller) nose. This special guide bar can reduce kickback by placing fewer cutters in the kick-back zone. A WARNING! To reduce the risk of kickback, all of the above devices must be properly installed and in

Low depth gauge CHN-05 Cause Wrong gauge setting or no gauge used. Result Rough cutting. Chain grabs. Saw won’t pull chain through wood. Excessive wear on the cutter heel. Remedy If depth gauges are too low, the chain is no longer serviceable. 32 9 DESCRIPTIONMAINTENANCE DESCRIPTIONMAINTENANCE Additional Safety Precautions (cont.) WARNING! ¦ Install the appropriate guide-bar scabbard before transporting the saw. ¦ Never operate a saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and se

082672-6001 11975 S.W. Herman Road, Tualatin, Oregon 97062 (U.S.A) Phone: 503-692-3070 TU : 910-466-8550 SDKUSAWLSV FAX : 503-692-6696 Printed in Japan 72338-93110 (1-9303) ® shtadaiwa 757 757C 757W CHAIN SAW ■* ^ ***** This symbol on the nameplate means the product is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. OWNER’S MANUAL FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, CAREFULLY READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE USE. CAUTION: Always wear eye protection when operating this machine. A Your Shindaiwa 757/757C

Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher mixed with a 2-cycle air cooled mixing oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FC classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Fuel incorrect, stale or contaminated; mixture incorrect.NOYES ...................................................................................................................... Check for clogged fuel filter and/or vent. Priming pump not functioning properly. Replace fuel filter or v

See Figure 9. 3. Tighten the four socket-head cap screws to secure the cutting attachment shield. CAUTION! Make sure the clamp screw and retaining nut are securely tightened before tightening the four socket-head cap screws. WARNING! NEVER operate the unit without the cutting attachment shield installed and tightly secured! Sub-Shield C3410. (when trimmer head is in use) 1. Attach the shield extension to the cutting attachment shield. See figure 9B. WARNING! NEVER use this machine without sub-sh

contaminated; mixture incorrect. Is fuel visible and moving in the return line when priming? Replace fuel filter or vent as required. and/or vent. Check for clogged fuel filter Re-start. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Priming pump not functioning properly. YES NODoes the tank contain fresh fuel of the proper grade? YES YES NO Is there spark at the spark plug wire terminal? Check the spark plug. YES NO The ignition switch is in “O” (OFF) position. Shorted ignition ground.

and free the blade. ALWAYS stop the unit immediately if ALWAYS use the proper cutting tool for it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake. the job. Inspect for broken, missing or improperly installed parts or attachments. Safety Labels IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Imme- diately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Safety (continued) The P

NOTE: A statement preceded by the word “NOTE” contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier. Safety and operation labels Read and follow this manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Wear eye and hearing protection at all times during the operation of this unit. Keep hair and loose clothing clear of the air inlet. This unit is intended for outdoor use only and should be used only in well ventilated areas. 3 General Safety Instructions Work Safely Blowers

Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shutoff containers to reduce fuel spillage. Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. After use • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. IMPORTANT! Filling the fuel tank WARNING! Minimize the Risk of Fire ¦ NEVER smoke or light fires near the engine. ¦ ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. ¦ ALWAYS Wipe al